Why are my texts not downloading?

Clear Cache and Data Sometimes cache files are corrupt, leading to Android MMS not downloading. To fix this issue, it is necessary to clear the cache and data for the messaging app. Go to Settings > Apps to tap on your messaging app. Tap on Storage and you can see two options – clear data and clear cache.

Why does my text say downloading?

Welcome to Android Central! That usually happens if somebody sent you a pic in a message (i.e., an MMS message) while your mobile data isn’t on. MMS messages require mobile data, not voice signal or wi-fi. Either that, or there may be a temporary problem in your carrier’s network.

How do I download multimedia messages on my Samsung?

Set up MMS – Samsung Android

  1. Select Apps.
  2. Select Settings.
  3. Scroll to and select Mobile networks.
  4. Select Access Point Names.
  5. Select MORE.
  6. Select Reset to default.
  7. Select RESET. Your phone will reset to default Internet and MMS settings. MMS problems should be solved at this point.
  8. Select ADD.

Why do I keep getting unreceived messages?

The Causes of Delayed or Missing Texts on Android Text messaging has three components: the devices, the app, and the network. The device may not be working properly, the network may not be sending or receiving messages, or the app may have a bug or other malfunction.

Why does my phone fail to download multimedia messages?

What Causes the “Failed to Download Attachment From Multimedia Message” Error? Many Android devices are incapable of downloading MMS attachments over Wi-Fi unless the ‘Wi-Fi Calling’ feature is enabled, which is the root cause of this error in most cases.

How do I download MMS messages on my Samsung Galaxy?

Procedure

  1. Open Messages by Google.
  2. Tap the 3 dots in the top right corner.
  3. Tap Settings.
  4. Tap Advanced.
  5. Make sure Auto-download MMS is toggled right, it will turn blue.
  6. Make sure Auto-download MMS when roaming is toggled right, it will turn blue.